Category: Moving Tips

Though exciting, moving day can also be stressful. And this stress can boil over if you don’t properly prepare for the big day. While you’ll likely have to be flexible to some extent on your moving day, you’ll definitely want to avoid certain mistakes to make the process go as smoothly as possible.  Here’s a…

Each year, over 40 million Americans pack up and move into a new home. Though many Americans are doing their reading on an electronic device these days, many people still prefer the real pages of a book. As a result, you might have accumulated a lot of books over the years. Now it’s time to…

Home sizes, and prices, have skyrocketed over the years, leaving many retirees with more ‘house’ than they need. Downsizing is one of the best ways to reach financial goals later in life. Here are five downsizing tips to help you make the transition into a smaller home.  1. Enlist Family Support When downsizing a large…

When you’re planning a move, it’s easy to get caught up in the stress of it all — how on earth you’re going to box up all your possessions, keep the kids, your pets, and yourself from freaking out and keep track of all your bills.  But if you have the wherewithal to plan ahead,…

If you’re dreading an upcoming move to a new home, you’re not alone. Research shows that moving is one of the most stressful life events you’ll have. One reason why moving is so overwhelming is that the process can quickly become chaotic. This is why organizing from the start is essential. Here’s a rundown of…

When you’re getting ready for your residential move, your to-do list can seem endless. Canceling utilities, working with a realtor, and setting up internet service in your new home can all take a toll. It can be hard to work through all that needs to get done before moving day. It’s normal to get caught…

Your moving date is fast approaching – it’s time to make a to-do list. Keep your list organized week by week as it gets closer to your moving day.  There are a few reasons why this checklist approach works. You’ll feel accomplished as you check things off, encouraging you to keep going. With everything written…

If you’re moving out of the country, it’s tough to figure out what to do with your cell phone plan. Let’s take a look at how to stay connected to the people you love as you make an international move. Talk to your current service provider. While they likely don’t serve every country in the…

When you’re uprooting your life and moving to a new home, getting your belongings in order can feel overwhelming. From cleaning to packing to changing jobs, it can be hard to keep moving down your to-do list. When it’s nearly moving day, you must consider more than just getting your things packed and organized.  Let’s…

When you hire movers to help out with your residential move, you want to do all that you can to make their job easier. It can be hard to know how you can help, and you may be scared of getting in the way.  Check out these tips to help make the moving process as…